Green-Wood

Green-Wood After Hours
2021-08-20 19:30 - 21:30, 2021-08-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-08-21 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
Credit: Amy Nieporent

Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll weave through the Cemetery’s stunning landscape and visit the graves of fascinating figures in New York and American history. This not-to-be-missed walking tour ends with a visit to the Catacombs, which are normally closed to the public.

$30/ $25 for members. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name.

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The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, a flashlight and comfortable shoes are recommended for this tour.

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Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees must wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– The tour guide will be using a voice amplifier to ensure all social-distancing protocols are adhered to.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

– Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
2021-08-21 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-08-22 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-08-28 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-08-29 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-09-05 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-09-12 13:00 - 14:30
Credit: Amy Nieporent

Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery, this is your opportunity to discover the highlights of some of its 478 acres of art, history, and nature!

On this walking tour, you will tread where George Washington and his troops fought in the Battle of Brooklyn; learn the tragedy that struck the Brooklyn Theatre; pay your respects to the maestro, Leonard Bernstein; and discover much more.

$25 / $20 for members.

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There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name. The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Location: Check-in takes place in the meadow at the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street. Look for signage.

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Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

– Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Green-Wood's Greatest Hits
2021-08-21 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-08-22 13:00 - 14:30, 2021-08-29 13:00 - 14:30

The Revolutionary War Battle of Brooklyn—245th Anniversary Edition
2021-08-25 18:00 - 19:00
Much of the Battle of Brooklyn—the first (and largest) battle of the Revolutionary War fought after the signing of the Declaration of Independence—was fought across what is now Green-Wood’s grounds with General George Washington in command. Join Barnet Schecter, author of the widely-praised The Battle for New York: The City at the Heart of the American Revolution, and Green-Wood Historian Jeff Richman, for a conversation about that battle—two days before its 245th anniversary—and what happened on that long-ago day across the roads, hills, and valleys that would become The Green-Wood Cemetery. Barnet and Jeff will highlight several patriot defensive positions, Battle Hill (the highest natural point in Brooklyn), the gravesites of Revolutionary War soldiers (including one who took part in the Boston Tea Party and another who was captured during the Battle of Brooklyn), and much more.

$9 / $4 for members. A Zoom link will be in your confirmation email upon registration.

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This conversation is part of our series of virtual programs about the history of Green-Wood and its permanent residents, Zooming in on History.

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Battle of Brooklyn: An Eighteenth-Century American Faire
2021-08-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-08-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-08-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-08-29 11:00 - 15:00
Due to forecasted rain, this event has been moved from Saturday, August 28th to Sunday, August 29th. No registration is required for the rain date.

The Battle of Brooklyn, fought in 1776 on land that is now a part of Green-Wood, was the first battle of the American Revolution to occur after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To honor those who bravely fought to defend the new republic and learn more about their lives and the world they lived in, join us for a family-friendly afternoon with reenactors, demonstrations, music, storytelling, and hands-on activities. Presented with our friends at Old Stone House, you won’t want to miss this exploration of America’s past.

Space is limited and tickets are required for adult entry. Tickets are not required for children under 12, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. This is an outdoor event, masks are strongly recommended regardless of vaccine status. Please follow directions/instructions from Green-Wood’s staff and ambassadors.

Free, suggested donation $5.

There is no need to register for this event, just arrive at Green-Wood’s Main Entrance and you are welcome to join!

Please consider a donation to Green-Wood so that we can continue to offer free and low cost programs throughout the year!

The event requires attendees to walk over hilly and uneven terrain, proper footwear is recommended.

Schedule of Activities: (May be subject to change based on rain date)

Activities in the Meadow (Near the Main Entrance):General Washington Debates a British Officer, 11:00amSea Shantie Performance with the Brigands, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pmMeet Benjamin Franklin , 11:45amCannon and Musket Demonstration, 12:00pm, 2:15pm18th Century Food with the James Hemings Society, 12:15pm1st Rhode Island Regiment Demonstration, 12:45pmPerformance of The Battle of Brooklyn: A Farce, 1:00pmWeaving Demonstration with Laura Carpenter, 1:15pmCotton and Indigo Demonstration with Iviva Olenik, 1:45pmCavalry Demonstration, 2:00pmActivities on Battle Hill:Historic Maps with Reenactor Norm Goben, 11:30am, 12:15pm, 1pm, 1:45pm, 2:25pmExplore Minerva and the Altar to Liberty, 11am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 2pm, 2:45pm

Summer Fungi Walk
2021-08-29 10:00 - 11:30
Green-Wood is a special place for fungi of all kinds. Sigrid Jakob and Potter Palmer, members of the New York Mycological Society and founders of the Green-Wood Fungi Phenology Project, will lead a mushroom walk into the depths of Green-Wood’s lovely and extensive woodlands where all types of fascinating fungi will be encountered: amanita, russula, boletes, agaricus, polypores, puffballs, jellies, even tiny ascomycetes (“dots on sticks,” an often overlooked but ubiquitous fungi that, though difficult to identify, are fascinating to study).

Learn how to differentiate the delicious from the deadly and start putting names to some of the city’s more common summer fungi. And come prepared for off-road walking.

$25 / $20 for members. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name.

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Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees are encouraged to wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Battle of Brooklyn Trolley Tour
2021-08-29 10:00 - 12:00
Join historian Barnet Schecter, author of The Battle for New York, and Green-Wood Historian Jeff Richman, for this annual trolley tour of Green-Wood’s Revolutionary War-related sites. On August 27, 1776, Green-Wood was a battlefield—and much of the largest battle of the war was fought across its grounds. This tour is very popular and sells out every year—get your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

$25 / $20 for members.

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Location: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.Seating is limited. Trolley tours routinely sell out. We strongly suggest that you reserve tickets in advance to ensure a spot for your preferred day!There are no paper or e-tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.Green-Wood trolley tours are fully accessible and ADA compliant. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aids on the trolley, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call (718) 210-3080, ext. 1. Please note that portions of the tour take place outside the trolley, however attendees may stay seated in the trolley if they wish. Please contact the Historic Fund for more information.

Trolley tours are run rain or shine, with the exception of dangerous conditions as determined by Green-Wood. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

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Mandatory Safety Protocols

Attendees MUST wear a face covering at all times on the trolley, regardless of vaccine status.Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Birding in Peace
2021-09-05 06:30 - 08:00
Credit: Evan Rabeck

Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. By September, offspring of these nesting birds will be on their own. Returning warblers will be in their less flamboyant fall plumage. Large numbers of blackbirds, flycatchers, sparrows, vireos, and swallows will also be passing through. By October, waterfowl are returning, and we’ll look for raptors heading south. November will bring back our overwintering feathered denizens from the north.

Tickets are $20/$15 for members. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name.

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All walks are at a slow pace on easy to moderate terrain, but proper, close toed footwear is suggested. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Location: Check-in takes place in the meadow at the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.

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Don’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

– Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Music for Two People: Caroline Shaw & Andrew Yee (Early Show)
2021-09-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Green-Wood Cemetery, 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, United States
THE LONG STORY

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What do you get when you combine Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and Grammy Award-winning cellist Andrew Yee? We don’t entirely know, but we’re 100% certain it’s going to be a supernova too powerful to contain. You won’t want to miss it!

These two majestically gifted performers will bring their talents to a program of freshly scripted compositions (written by them) and re-workings of other pieces (also written mostly by them)—including the world premiere of a piece inspired by Green-Wood’s extraordinary tree collection.

The Short Story

This one-night-only event will answer the long-pondered question of just how much towering talent we can cram into Green-Wood’s Catacombs … join us to find out!

$15, no member discount available. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Important things to note before purchasing your tickets

Attendees must provide proof of vaccination. Without proof of vaccination, you will not be admitted into the performance.This early performance does not include a pre-concert reception (receptions precede only performances at 6:00pm and 7:30pm)Transportation to the Catacombs is either by a 15-20 minute guided walk through the Cemetery or riding Green-Wood’s trolley (masks are required on board).Masks are required in the Catacombs throughout the duration of the performance.The program inside the Catacombs will run for approximately one hour with no intermission.Health and safety protocols will be strictly enforced, including wearing a mask and keeping a distance of at least 6 feet from those not in your party. Follow directions given by Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

Sorry, we cannot refund or exchange tickets for another performance or timeslot.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

Attendees must wear a face covering when aboard the trolley and during the performance in the Catacombs. The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged. Transportation via trolley will be provided to and from the performance.Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Music for Two People: Caroline Shaw & Andrew Yee
2021-09-07 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-09-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Green-Wood Cemetery, 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, United States
THE LONG STORY

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What do you get when you combine Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and Grammy Award-winning cellist Andrew Yee? We don’t entirely know, but we’re 100% certain it’s going to be a supernova too powerful to contain. You won’t want to miss it!

These two majestically gifted performers will bring their talents to a program of freshly scripted compositions (written by them) and re-workings of other pieces (also written mostly by them)—including the world premiere of a piece inspired by Green-Wood’s extraordinary tree collection.

If this evening couldn’t get any better, enjoy a complimentary whiskey tasting and snacks (all free!).

The Short Story

This one-night-only event will answer the long-pondered question of just how much towering talent we can cram into Green-Wood’s Catacombs … join us to find out!

$35, no member discount available. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Important things to note before purchasing your tickets

Attendees must provide proof of vaccination. Without proof of vaccination, you will not be admitted into the performance.We will start with an hour-long reception to enjoy a whiskey tasting and snacks (all free!), and the beauty of the Cemetery, before the program begins.Transportation to the Catacombs is either by a 15-20 minute guided walk through the Cemetery or riding Green-Wood’s trolley (masks are required on board).Masks are required in the Catacombs throughout the duration of the performance.The program inside the Catacombs will run for approximately one hour with no intermission.Health and safety protocols will be strictly enforced, including wearing a mask and keeping a distance of at least 6 feet from those not in your party. Follow directions given by Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Sorry, we cannot refund or exchange tickets for another performance or timeslot.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

Attendees must wear a face covering when aboard the trolley and during the performance in the Catacombs. The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged. Transportation via trolley will be provided to and from the performance.Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

Ins & Outs of Physically Returning to Work
2021-09-09 18:00 - 19:00
The newest and most recognized acronym of the pandemic is WFH (work from home). For many, that means relinquishing a daily commute to work, abandoning business dress code and succumbing to noise from loud kids and barking dogs in the background during virtual call meetings. For the most part, those days are winding down, companies are setting protocol for physically returning to work. While most welcome the interaction with co-workers, the pandemic has changed comfort levels being in close proximity of others and frankly many have embraced the freedom of working from home. The reality is as a nation, the workplace is re-opening. Join in on an informative discussion of how to navigate the ins and outs of returning to work following unprecedented circumstances.

The conversation will be led by Rachel Kodanaz, author of Grief in the Workplace: A comprehensive guide for being prepared, Living with Loss One Day at a Time, Finding Peace One Piece at a Time: What to do with yours and a loved one’s possessions.

Free, suggested donation $10. Please consider a donation to Green-Wood when reserving your ticket.

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Your donation will help ensure that we can continue to provide engaging and thought provoking programs at little or no cost to you. A Zoom link will be in your confirmation email upon registration.

Memory Ground
2021-09-11 12:00 - 12:45, 2021-09-11 13:00 - 13:45, 2021-09-11 14:00 - 14:45
Music is a powerful source of comfort. In emotionally fraught times, it can bring us calm and peace, if only for a few moments. On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, join us atop Green-Wood’s Battle Hill, with its sweeping views of Lower Manhattan, to remember the lives lost and those forever changed by this tragic day. The afternoon will feature original compositions by the Mississippi-born and NYC-based composer Buck McDaniel and performances by saxophonist Noa Even and the Desdemona Ensemble.

Reservations are strongly recommended. We recommend a $10 donation per reservation so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year.

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Other important things to note before attending: Seating is on a first come first served basis regardless of reservation. A limited number of chairs will be available. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own chairs or blankets. Each performance is 45 minutes in length, and will repeat every hour (12:00pm, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm). Battle Hill is a ten-minute walk from the Cemetery’s Main Entrance at 25th Street and Fifth Avenue, over hilly and uneven terrain (follow the signs to the performance site). Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Rain Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– The walk is over hilly and uneven terrain, comfortable footwear is encouraged.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

An American Mosaic: Dress Rehearsal
2021-09-14 18:30 - 21:15 | Green-Wood Cemetery, 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, United States
Simone Dinnerstein

THE LONG STORY

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Over the course of the pandemic shutdown, internationally-renowned pianist Simone Dinnerstein took refuge in long walks through Green-Wood. Now, she brings her searching artistry to The Angel’s Share in a one-of-a-kind performance that will see her guiding audiences across the Cemetery, pausing periodically to perform on several Yamaha pianos that will be scattered throughout the route.

Dinnerstein will perform a deeply-relevant new piece written for her by Richard Danielpour, entitled An American Mosaic. Each movement of the work commemorates a different segment of the American population that’s been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including first responders, parents, caretakers, and those who have lost their lives to the virus. Inspired and comforted by Dinnerstein’s Bach recordings throughout the pandemic, Danielpour also composed three Bach transcriptions to accompany An American Mosaic.

The program will open with Joseph Phillips’ Never Has Been Yet, where Dinnerstein will be joined by American radio personality Robin Quivers, reciting from the Langston Hughes poem “Let America Be America Again.”

The Short Story

Even by our standards, this is an utterly unique fusion of music and location, with one of America’s most soulful, thoughtful musicians helping us to reckon with the events of the past year.

$60, no member discount available. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Important things to note before purchasing your tickets

Attendees must provide proof of vaccination. Without proof of vaccination, you will not be admitted into the performance.We will start with an hour long reception to enjoy a whiskey tasting and snacks (all free!), and the beauty of the Cemetery, before the program begins. The program is outdoors, with a portion taking place inside the Catacombs, and runs for approximately two-hours, which includes walking over hilly and uneven terrain; proper footwear is recommended.Masks are required in the Catacombs throughout the duration of the performance.Health and safety protocols will be strictly enforced, including wearing a mask and keeping a distance of at least 6 feet from those not in your party. Follow directions given by Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Sorry, we cannot refund or exchange tickets for another performance or timeslot. There are no member discounts for this performance.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees must wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.

After the End
2021-09-15 10:00 - 16:30
A Ritual ABOUT LOSS by Candy Chang and James A. Reeves

SEPTEMBER 15TH-DECEMBER 6TH, 10AM-4:30PMHistoric ChapelFree

Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel. Influenced in equal parts by religious ceremonies and science fiction, artists Candy Chang and James A. Reeves have created a public ritual to contemplate loss in all forms: the loss of loved ones, relationships, health, and worlds we once knew—as well as the practices that have helped us endure. Visitors are invited to share their experience on a scroll and place it upon an illuminated altar. Lit from within, each response becomes a devotional candle, and together they form an evolving field of light. Selected reflections will be projected throughout the Chapel, and visitors can sit in the apse to contemplate the experiences of others as well as their own. After the End offers a modern refuge that reminds us we are not alone as we mourn the end of one reality and enter the next.

For over a decade, Chang and Reeves have collaborated on public rituals to contemplate the human condition. Their installations have been exhibited at the Rubin Museum of Art in New York City, the Annenberg Space for Photography in Los Angeles, and the Mural Arts Program in Philadelphia. Inspired by the devotional practices of religion, the ancient I Ching, and cyberpunk visions, Chang and Reeves create public works that facilitate conversations about reckoning with an increasingly alienating world. To learn more, visit ritualfields.com.

After the End was made possible by a generous grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Due to the overwhelming popular response to After the End, the installation has now been extended through December 6th!

Free and open to the public, no reservations are necessary. Please consider a donation to The Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year.

An American Mosaic
2021-09-15 18:30 - 21:15 | Green-Wood Cemetery, 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232, United States
Simone Dinnerstein

THE LONG STORY

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Over the course of the pandemic shutdown, internationally-renowned pianist Simone Dinnerstein took refuge in long walks through Green-Wood. Now, she brings her searching artistry to The Angel’s Share in a one-of-a-kind performance that will see her guiding audiences across the Cemetery, pausing periodically to perform on several Yamaha pianos that will be scattered throughout the route.

Dinnerstein will perform a deeply-relevant new piece written for her by Richard Danielpour, entitled An American Mosaic. Each movement of the work commemorates a different segment of the American population that’s been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including first responders, parents, caretakers, and those who have lost their lives to the virus.

The Short Story

Even by our standards, this is an utterly unique fusion of music and location, with one of America’s most soulful, thoughtful musicians helping us to reckon with the events of the past year.

$100, no member discount available. There are no paper or e-tickets. Attendees will be checked in by name. Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Important things to note before purchasing your tickets

Attendees must provide proof of vaccination. Without proof of vaccination, you will not be admitted into the performance.We will start with an hour long reception to enjoy a whiskey tasting and snacks (all free!), and the beauty of the Cemetery, before the program begins. The program is outdoors and runs for approximately two-hours, which includes walking over hilly and uneven terrain; proper footwear is recommended. Masks are required in the Catacombs throughout the duration of the performance.Health and safety protocols will be strictly enforced, including wearing a mask and keeping a distance of at least 6 feet from those not in your party. Follow directions given by Cemetery staff and ambassadors.Rain date Saturday, September 18th for tickets purchased for September 15th–17th performances.Sorry, we cannot refund or exchange tickets for another performance or timeslot. There are no member discounts for this performance.

Mandatory Safety Protocols

– Attendees must wear a face covering at all times and maintain at least a 6-foot distance from those not in their group.

– Follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and ambassadors.

– Travel Safely: Green-Wood recommends following all safety precautions while traveling to and from the Cemetery, whether by foot, mass transit, or driving. If taking mass transit, please check the MTA’s guidelines.

– Feeling Sick? Stay home if you are feeling sick or running a temperature. Please use good judgement if you have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19. For more information about COVID-19, please check the CDC website.

Green-Wood reserves the right to deny entry to any visitor who refuses to comply with the safety guidelines.

If you observe a situation or behavior that does not reflect these protocols, please advise an ambassador or other staff member immediately. With everyone’s cooperation this will be a memorable and safe unique experience.
